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1. Can the Agawam Law Department be my attorney?

No. The Agawam Law Department does not represent individuals in private legal matters. Attorneys in the office represent City departments, boards and elected officials in the course of their "business" as City entities. Private legal matters must be handled by attorneys retained by the individual.

Referrals for legal assistance dealing with private or personal matters may be obtained through the following Massachusetts Bar Association sources:
- Main Office
20 West Street
Boston, MA 02111-1204
Phone: 617-338-0500
- Springfield Office
73 State Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Phone: 413-731-5134

2. What’s the difference between the Agawam Law Department and the District Attorney’s Office?

The Agawam Law Department represents the Town of Agawam by defending it in lawsuits, advising the Mayor, the City Council, Boards and Agencies as they make decisions and draft local laws. The District Attorney’s Office engages in criminal prosecution of felonies, misdemeanors and infractions.

3. Can I file a criminal complaint with the Law Department?

No. The Agawam Law Department is not an investigative agency. Crimes must be reported to your local law enforcement agency, usually the Agawam Police Department:
- Emergency Phone: 911
- Non-Emergency Phone: 413-786-4767

4. What courts have jurisdiction for the Town of Agawam?

Various courts have jurisdiction for the Town of Agawam. The following State Courts:
- Hampden County Superior Court
50 State Street
P.O. Box 559
Springfield, MA 01102-0559
Phone: 413-748-7889
- Housing Court for Western Massachusetts
37 Elm Street
Springfield, MA 01103
Phone: 413-748-7838
- Westfield District Court
224 Elm Street
Westfield, MA 01085
Phone: 413-568-8946